Nuts?

[Plukie]

I've just been reading a bit on the internet that says Cockatiels like nuts. Is that right? I didn't think they could eat nuts, if so, which would be best. It said:-

A Cockatiel prefers nuts to fruits. Because of this, some nuts make ideal treats. They can crack hard nuts and you should encourage them to do so. You can give them whole nuts as they love to crack open the shell to extract the seed. Their beaks are specially adapted for this function which could also be a form of entertainment.

I'm wondering if they mean peanuts in shells.

[Laura]

I've just been reading a bit on the internet that says Cockatiels like nuts. Is that right? I didn't think they could eat nuts, if so, which would be best. It said:-

A Cockatiel prefers nuts to fruits. Because of this, some nuts make ideal treats. They can crack hard nuts and you should encourage them to do so. You can give them whole nuts as they love to crack open the shell to extract the seed. Their beaks are specially adapted for this function which could also be a form of entertainment.

I'm wondering if they mean peanuts in shells.

Plukie here is a site to look at scroll down near the bottom
Fresh Peanuts and Moldy food hope this helps :)
http://www.cockatielcottage.net/diet3.html

[Plukie]

Thanks very much, that was really informative.....so, no nuts then, well, certainly not peanuts.

[birdieness]

Great addition for sure. should post what my birdies get each day lol.

[Bea]

Unsalted nuts, taken out of the shell make ok treats. My guys (budgies included) all like stealing my peanuts, cashews and almonds. :p

[Laura]

Unsalted nuts, taken out of the shell make ok treats. My guys (budgies included) all like stealing my peanuts, cashews and almonds. :p

this is good to know ;) this is one area I haven't explored yet

[nar1122]

My cockatiel loves regular peanuts from an unsweetened/unsalted trail mix.

[Plukie]

Oh right, so peanuts are back on the treat menu. LOL!!!

[Laura]

Oh right, so peanuts are back on the treat menu. LOL!!!

I think as long as there unsalted and not in the shell there ok ;)